Alfrescos Restaurant is one of Paihia’s busiest restaurants we are open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, dinner, & drinks.

We are looking for a professional and dedicated Part Time Chef to join our team and work closely with the Head Chef to help with the overall kitchen operation, ensuring a smooth service and high quality of food delivered to customers. This is a part time position which if wanting will lead into full time employment with immediate start, applicant must be available to work flexible hours with change of season.

Candidates must be motivated and demonstrate a high level of maturity. This role requires somebody who is not afraid of accepting responsibility and someone who is passionate about food and works well within a team.

Candidate’s must-- Work closely with the Head chef to improve standards.- Ensure respect between all staff is maintained at all times.- Creating and regularly update menus and dishes.- Ensure all menus are costed correctly.-Comply with and enforce standards.- Train staff.- Share knowledge and experience to motivate and inspire fellow colleagues.- Completing ordering and liaise with suppliers.- Drive service standards to ensure the highest level of service execution is achieved.- Be hands on throughout all areas of the kitchen operation.- Min. 4 years’ experience in a senior kitchen role.- Excellent understanding of food hygiene guidelines.- Exceptional organizational and customers service delivery skills.- A good understanding of the financial aspects of managing this area, including menu design and wage costing.- A positive "CAN DO" attitude.- Ability to work well in a busy environment, while maintaining high standards.- Flexibility of availability – able to work days/evenings/weekends.

Pay is negotiable.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa._____________________________________________________________________

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.